Perform a site inventory cataloging surface types, such as asphalt, concrete, roof areas, and landscaped areas. Use the LEED template to assess the percent of stormwater managed based on site perviousness.

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Perform a site inventory cataloging surface types, such as asphalt, concrete, roof areas, and landscaped areas. Use the LEED template to assess the percent of stormwater managed based on site perviousness.

You may find a tradeoff between building reuse and overall environmental performance, specifically in terms of indoor air quality and energy efficiency. Although many older buildings are energy-efficient compared to average new construction, it is typical

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You may find a tradeoff between building reuse and overall environmental performance, specifically in terms of indoor air quality and energy efficiency. Although many older buildings are energy-efficient compared to average new construction, it is typically more difficult to attain the highest levels of building performance due to the constraints of the existing building. Look for areas where this tradeoff may appear, and mitigate them by identifying measures most likely to result in improved performance.

Large cost savings for the owner, along with reduced waste and resource use, can be benefits of building reuse. Perform a budget comparison of new construction versus restoration to make an informed decision.

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Large cost savings for the owner, along with reduced waste and resource use, can be benefits of building reuse. Perform a budget comparison of new construction versus restoration to make an informed decision.

Hazardous materials such as asbestos and lead may be present in older buildings. The owner may benefit from conducting a Phase I Environmental Assessment, and if required, a Phase II assessment with a remediation plan to ensure a safe and healthy facility

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Hazardous materials such as asbestos and lead may be present in older buildings. The owner may benefit from conducting a Phase I Environmental Assessment, and if required, a Phase II assessment with a remediation plan to ensure a safe and healthy facility.

Building reuse maintains cultural and historic heritage in addition to extending the useful life of the building and materials. Tax credits and even grants may be available from local and federal authorities for rehabilitating historic buildings. These in

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Building reuse maintains cultural and historic heritage in addition to extending the useful life of the building and materials. Tax credits and even grants may be available from local and federal authorities for rehabilitating historic buildings. These incentives usually require the redevelopment to be historically sensitive, and community input may also be required.

The assessment must account for potential cost savings on water supply, disposal, and expected maintenance. The economic assessment should, at minimum, determine the simple payback of any new fixture investment. Carefully consider the payback period requi

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The assessment must account for potential cost savings on water supply, disposal, and expected maintenance. The economic assessment should, at minimum, determine the simple payback of any new fixture investment. Carefully consider the payback period required to justify your  purchasing decision.

Develop and implement a policy requiring an economic assessment of a conversion to high-performance plumbing fixtures and fittings as part of any future indoor plumbing renovation.

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Develop and implement a policy requiring an economic assessment of a conversion to high-performance plumbing fixtures and fittings as part of any future indoor plumbing renovation.

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